high technology

noun
any technology requiring the most sophisticated scientific equipment and advanced engineering techniques, as microelectronics, data processing, genetic engineering, or telecommunications ( opposed to low technology ).

Origin:
1965–70

high-tech·nol·o·gy, adjective
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high technology
 
n
highly sophisticated, often electronic, techniques used in manufacturing and other processes

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